Business Development and Strategic Lead (South Asia)

mustard are partnering with a leading International Architecture and Design practice to deliver pivotal projects across the region. This dynamic collaboration offers a high-impact opportunity to assume a key role in shaping the future of a rapidly expanding market.

This role will ideally be based in Mumbai with occasional travel to HQ in Singapore within a hybrid model.

Position:

The Strategic Client Lead will spearhead growth initiatives by identifying project opportunities and forging key relationships in the architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) landscape. You will be instrumental in cultivating a robust network, uncovering new ventures, and positioning our firm as a partner of choice for leading developers and real estate organizations.

Core Objectives:

• Market Expansion: Proactively evaluate new project leads by analyzing market trends and tracking relevant procurement channels.
• Relationship Development: Establish and strengthen long-term professional connections with key stakeholders, from senior executives to project consultants.
• Strategic Representation: Act as the company representative at sector events, trade shows, and high-level meetings.
• Proposal Leadership: Oversee the end-to-end development of compelling, customized submissions and client presentations.

Required Experience & Skills:

• A minimum of 8-10 years in business development. Experience directly serving the AEC industry is a must.
• A track record of successfully securing projects through managing complex tenders and proposals in the region.
• In-depth knowledge of real estate and infrastructure project cycles, including public and private procurement processes in South Asia.
• Outstanding communication, negotiation, and presentation abilities in English. Command of Hindi or another regional language is beneficial.
• A proactive, entrepreneurial mindset, coupled with the organizational skills to balance multiple strategic priorities

Applications:

Interested applicants, please share through your CV to schedule a call with Kelvin to discuss details on this role.

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